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Easy Creamy Beef Pasta: Protein Power Meal

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
This hearty and creamy beef pasta dish is perfect for a quick, satisfying meal packed with protein and flavor.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 12 ounces Fettuccine pasta (Or your favorite shape)
  • 1 pound Lean ground beef
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 cups Fresh spinach
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper Salt and pepper
  • 1 cup Reserved pasta water (For sauce consistency)

Instructions 

  • Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
  • In a large skillet, cook the ground beef until browned. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add reserved pasta water to reach desired sauce consistency.
  • Add cooked pasta and spinach to the sauce. Toss until well coated and spinach is wilted.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Beef, Pasta